Minnesota Council for the Gifted & Talented

Connections. Advocacy. Resources. Equity. Support.

Community Hub

MCGT strives to create an inclusive community of those interested in supporting gifted & talented learners.

“The support and information I received through MCGT was essential in helping me to navigate the waters of raising my highly gifted children. Connecting with other parents, attending the conferences and seminars gave me the tools I needed to parent my children while also maximizing their educational experiences in a K-12 system that wasn’t always a good fit. Thank you MCGT!”

-Parent of Gifted Children

Chapters

MCGT chapters are formal group of MCGT members, organized by district, region, or other common goals. A chapter has officers, collecting a portion of each member’s MCGT membership fee, and using those funds as they wish. 

Community Groups

MCGT Community Groups are informal gatherings of interested parents. No bylaws, officers, or financials. Just connections, sharing, and support. 

MCGT Events

MCGT hosts a variety of speaker events, discussion groups, children and family events, and an annual Gifted & Talented Expo. Information can be found on our events calendar or follow us on social media.

MCGT’s Facebook Posts

Join the MCGT Gifted Adult Community for Show & Tell!Thursday, May 28, 2026, 6:30 – 8:00 pm CDT via ZoomEach participant is invited to bring one thing to share— a story, a creation, something you love, or something you’ve learned.You are also welcome to simply listen.This is not a formal presentation space, but rather a setting for thoughtful sharing and attentive listening.FREE and Open to All. Registration is required to get the zoom link: mcgt.wildapricot.org/event-6641243#mcgt #MNGifted #MCGT #MCGTcares #MCGTConnections #giftedadults #socialemotional #mcgtgiftedadultcommunity See MoreSee Less
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CHAT Night this week! My Child is Gifted – Now What? Free and open to all, registration is required to get the zoom link. This event will not be recorded. Register: mcgt.wildapricot.org/event-6621036Whether your child was just identified as gifted, you suspect your child is gifted, or you’ve been advocating on your child’s behalf for a while, now, you probably have a lot of questions! Join MCGT for an informal and informative conversation. Find all our upcoming events on our website calendar: mcgt.net/calendar#mcgt #MNGifted #MCGT #MCGTcares #MCGTConnections #socialemotional, #SocialEmotionalGifted, #mcgtgiftedadultcommunity, #mcgtthisweek #giftedparenting #giftededucationMN #2E #MCGTCHAT #mcgtchat See MoreSee Less
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MCGT CHAT Night: My Child is Gifted—Now What?.Monday, April 20, 2026 7:00 – 8:30pm via Zoom.This event is free and open to everyone. Registration is required. Zoom link will be in your registration confirmation email..Registration: mcgt.wildapricot.org/event-6621036.Whether your child was just identified as gifted, you suspect your child is gifted, or you’ve been advocating on your child’s behalf for a while, now, you probably have a lot of questions!Join MCGT for an informal and informative conversation. You can ask your questions and find out what other families have experienced– things like: How do I talk with my child about being gifted? Will our school be able to meet my child’s needs? How do I help my kid find friends? .Facilitated by Teresa Boatman, Ph.D. and MCGT Board Members #mcgtchat #mcgt #socialemotional #giftedadvocacy #giftededucationMN #MCGTCHAT #DrTeresaArgoBoatman #MCGT #MCGTcares #SocialEmotionalGifted #MNGifted #2E #caregiverconversations #2e #giftededucation #giftedandtalented #mngiftededucation #mngifted #giftedkids #minnesotakids See MoreSee Less
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MCGT CHAT Night: My Child is Gifted—Now What?.Monday, April 20, 2026 7:00 – 8:30pm via Zoom.This event is free and open to everyone. Registration is required. Zoom link will be in your registration confirmation email..Registration: mcgt.wildapricot.org/event-6621036.Whether your child was just identified as gifted, you suspect your child is gifted, or you’ve been advocating on your child’s behalf for a while, now, you probably have a lot of questions!Join MCGT for an informal and informative conversation. You can ask your questions and find out what other families have experienced– things like: How do I talk with my child about being gifted? Will our school be able to meet my child’s needs? How do I help my kid find friends? .Facilitated by Teresa Boatman, Ph.D. and MCGT Board Members #mcgtchat #mcgt #socialemotional #giftedadvocacy #giftededucationMN #MCGTCHAT #DrTeresaArgoBoatman #MCGT #MCGTcares #SocialEmotionalGifted #MNGifted #2E #caregiverconversations #2e #giftededucation #giftedandtalented #mngiftededucation #mngifted #giftedkids #minnesotakids See MoreSee Less
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Want to meet other families at the park? Or schedule a game day? Any MCGT member can organize and host a MCGT gathering! Email the MCGT office at [email protected] today and we'll help you get starte#mcgtdidyouknowu#MNGiftedi#MNGiftedi#MCGT##MCGT##MCGTcaresC#MCGTConnectionstions See MoreSee Less
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“More important than the many timely and relevant resources MCGT offers, MCGT provided our family with an understanding and welcoming place to share experiences without judgment. We were not alone on this journey but with friends.”

-Parent of a Gifted Child

“As a parent, MCGT was a source of knowledge and support. As a professional, it has provided a resource bank, a feeling of acceptance, and a sense of community, for all of which I am grateful.”

-Parent of a Gifted Child

Thinking of becoming a member? MCGT provides membership benefits.

Click here to view a complete list of MCGT Member benefits!

Discussion Groups

Talented Tots

Do you have a bright or talented kid between the ages of 1 and 5? Come discuss all the hilarity, exasperation, and joy of raising bright young kids with other parents who get it! This supportive parent community is a place to ask questions, share stories, meet new friends, and exchange tips and ideas.

2e Building Bridges

Are things just not working at school even though your child is really smart? Does your child have wide differences in skills? You may be parenting a twice exceptional child. Join the MCGT 2E discussion group to ask questions and connect with other parents who are also on this journey, discussing concerns, successes, educational options and much more.

Lean on Me

You are not alone in this journey of parenting bright children. Find your people in this monthly discussion group where we talk about raising gifted, creative & talented children

CHAT

CHAT (Connect. Help. Advocate. Talk.) Nights are dedicated to informally connecting parents of gifted children, helping them find other parents in similar situations with an ear to listen, experiences to share, and solutions to offer. Each CHAT Night starts with a brief (10-15 minutes) presentation by a facilitator on a designated topic of interest followed by small group discussion. The format of CHAT Nights is intended to be casual, rather than structured.

MCGT Member Directory

MCGT has a member directory that will help you find other members in your city or school district. Membership login required. 

MCGT Member Forums

Join the discussions in our Member Forums. Topics include New to Gifted, Event Follow up Discussions, Twice-Exceptional (2e), Gifted Adults, and more! Membership login required.